This easy to follow recipe makes the best homemade pancakes. These pancakes are light and fluffy, with just a hint of sweetness, but not too much that you can’t still drown them in delicious maple syrup! I’ve included tips below and a video to help answer any questions on how to make pancakes from scratch. This post contains affiliate links.
Simple ingredients and a few minutes time is all you need to make these perfect, homemade pancakes.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 1/4 cups whole milk
- 1 egg
- 3 tablespoons butter melted
Instructions
- Melt the butter in microwave for 30 seconds, set aside.
- In a medium bowl, mix together flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
- Stir milk and egg together.
- Create a well in the center of the flour mixture.
- Pour the butter and milk mixture into the well.
- Use a wire whisk to stir everything together until just combined. It will be slightly thick and lumpy, but should be well incorporated.
- Allow the batter to rest while heating a lightly oiled skillet or griddle to medium high heat.
- Pour or scoop the batter onto the griddle, using approximately 1/4 cup for each pancake.
- Cook each side for 3-6 minutes, until lightly golden brown.
Recipe Adapted From Best Ever Homemade Pancakes Recipe @ graceandgoodeats.com